Pharmacy Technician (Manchester, Jamaica) - Fontana Pharmacy

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Job Location: Mandeville
Requirements
  • A Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent
  • Certified Pharmacy Technician (from a recognized institution)
  • At least 2 years’ experience as a Pharmacy Technician
  • High School Diploma
Essential functions
The following are specific responsibilities and contributions critical to the successful performance of the position:
  • Ability to prepare prescriptions efficiently and accurately;
  • Experience in managing inventory and handling OTC enquiries;
  • Dispensing prescriptions;
  • Interpreting, screening and resolving any discrepancies under the guidance of the Pharmacist;
  • Ensure maintenance of adequate supply of pharmaceutical items paying close items to stock rotation and monitoring of expiration dates;
  • Enter-access and verify data accuracy in computer system
  • Contribute to high efficient work flow of the pharmacy by maintaining a high productivity level and error-free work delivery;
  • Establish and maintain patient profiles;
  • Provide a high level of customer service to external and internal customers;
  • Ensure familiarity with common pharmacy practices, concepts and procedures;
  • Replenish shelves daily from excess stock and make note of low stock for re-ordering;
  • Compound mixtures or medications (e.g. oral suspensions, topical ointments and/or creams);
  • Pre-package bulk medications;
  • Maintain an awareness of developments in the community and pharmaceutical fields that relate to job responsibilities and integrate them into practice;
  • Assist other pharmacy technicians;
  • Maintain knowledge of loss prevention techniques including monitoring of expired goods;
  • Receive ordered stock and assist with packing of new goods received;
  • Maintain areas/shelves designated for cleaning;
  • Assist with cashiering in dispensary as the need arises;
  • Liaise with Purchasing dept. in Montego Bay for coordination of purchases and inventory activities;
  • Pricing of all goods received on a timely basis;
  • Ensure that all items on the shelves have correct prices;
  • Request goods from other location on a weekly basis or as needed to replenish stock;
  • Performs other duties which may be assigned by the pharmacist or supervisor.
Supportive function
  • In addition to performance of the essential functions above, this position may be required to perform a combination of other supportive functions, to be solely determined by the supervisor based upon the particular requirements of Fontana Limited.

Other
  • In order to properly service our clients, you may be required to work outside of our scheduled business hours.
  • Timely execution of duties in keeping with pre-arranged schedule.
  • Care and diligence in protecting the organization’s assets.
Skills and knowledge
  • A positive attitude to continued learning;
  • Must maintain confidentiality of customers’ information;
  • Ability to work in a detail oriented manner;
  • Extensive knowledge of pharmacological terminology;
  • Great attention to detail and carefulness;
  • Exceptional organizational and interpersonal skills;
  • Outstanding customer service orientation;
  • Must be able to verify the prescription and setting the price based on insurance information;
  • Expert in mathematical calculations;
  • Proven ability to follow written instructions and specific directions;
  • Working knowledge of the procedures and standards used in labelling and dispensing medication;
  • Must possess a high level of accuracy;
  • Must possess a high level of integrity and dependability with a strong sense of urgency;
  • Willingness to demonstrate lateral service and support in a cooperative and pleasant manner for the overall good of the company.
Personal characteristics
  • Excellent interpersonal and team skills, extremely collegial;
  • Active Listener;
  • Outstanding communications skills, written and oral;
  • Demonstrated resourcefulness and good judgment;
  • Self-motivated; Hands-on, leads by example;
  • Show enthusiasm with customers and other team members;
  • Values diversity of thought, backgrounds and perspectives;
  • Ability to multi-task while maintaining vigilant attention to detail;
  • Integrity/ethics beyond reproach;
  • Constantly looking to apply best practices;
  • Predisposition to mentor and subsequently increase responsibilities as the team develops.
We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.





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